Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
depressum
ID:
121410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ball) B.H.Wilcox, K.Bremer & Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Nat. Hist. Mus. (London), Bot. 23(2): 142 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120739



Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • Blue Daisy
  • Depressed Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Leucanthemum depressum (Ball) Maire [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum depressum depressum [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum depressum insigne Emb. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum depressum (Ball) H.Lindb. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum gayanum depressum Ball [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum depressum elatum Maire [unknown]

Description

Rhodanthemum depressum (also called Dwarf Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas, usually in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodanthemum depressum is a plant native to Africa and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat skin infections, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodanthemum depressum has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodanthemum depressum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and occasional fertilizing. Deadheading is recommended to promote new growth.

Where to Find Rhodanthemum depressum

Rhodanthemum depressum is native to Europe and can be found in dry, rocky areas such as on hillsides and in open woodlands.

Rhodanthemum depressum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodanthemum depressum?

Rhodanthemum depressum

What type of plant is Rhodanthemum depressum?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant.

Where is Rhodanthemum depressum native to?

It is native to Morocco.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-81983: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
John Ball (1818-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ball' in the authors string.
Balafama Helen Wilcox (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Wilcox' in the authors string.